Jeff Wetzler has been on a quarter-century quest to transform learning opportunities. Blending a unique set of leadership experiences in the fields of business and education, he’s pursued this quest as a management consultant to the world’s top corporations, as a learning facilitator for leaders around the world, as Chief Learning Officer at Teach For America, and most recently, as co-CEO of Transcend, a nationally recognized education innovation organization.

Jeff earned a Doctorate in Adult Learning and Leadership from Columbia University and a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Brown University. He is a member of the Aspen Global Leadership Network and is an Edmund Hillary Fellow. He lives in New York with his wife, two children, and their puppy. Find out more at https://www.askapproach.com/#Jeff

Jeremy Jenson is the Founder & CEO of Encore Search Partners, a 40-person Direct Hire Recruitment Agency focused on headhunting revenue producers and technical professionals across a variety of industries, nationwide. Founded in 2010 as a Lead Generation Technology business, Encore Search quickly evolved into the fastest growing search firm in Texas, and is the largest privately-held direct hire firm in Houston, today. Find out more at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyjenson/

Damon Lembi is a 2x bestselling author, the host of The Learn-It-All Podcast, and CEO of Learnit – a global leader in corporate training that has upskilled over 1.8 million people. Drawing from his prior baseball career, Damon brings an athlete’s perspective to leadership. Through his journey, he has gained invaluable insights into what helps organizations grow, how great leaders learn, and why learn-it-all companies outpace their competitors every time. Learn more at in/damonlembi/ and instagram.com/damonlembi/ 

Joshua Medcalf is a renowned author, speaker, and coach, known for his profound impact on personal development and leadership. He is the founder of Train to Be Clutch, an organization dedicated to helping individuals and teams achieve peak performance through mindset training and mental conditioning. Joshua’s work is grounded in principles of grit, resilience, and purposeful living, which he eloquently conveys in his bestselling books, including "Chop Wood Carry Water" and "Burn Your Goals."

With a background in psychology and a passion for sports, Joshua has a unique approach that combines mental training with practical strategies for success. He has worked with top athletes, corporate leaders, and organizations, helping them break through mental barriers and reach their full potential. His engaging and inspirational speaking style has made him a sought-after keynote speaker at conferences and events worldwide.

Joshua’s commitment to fostering growth, both personally and professionally, has earned him accolades and a loyal following. He continues to inspire and guide individuals on their journey to excellence through his writing, coaching, and speaking engagements. Find out more at https://t2bc.com/

Vladyslav Podoliako is the founder & CEO of Belkins (https://belkins.io/) and Folderly (https://folderly.com/).

Vladyslav is a serial entrepreneur and investor with a decade of experience in building and growing service companies and SaaS startups in Sales- and MarTech. He is known for his expertise in creating successful businesses from scratch and building top-notch teams that drive all ventures to the top of their industries.

With an unbridled passion for entrepreneurship, Vladyslav is always on the lookout to create, build, and explore new opportunities to market innovative products and ideas. He began his career in sales and quickly climbed the ranks to become a founder. He has successfully established service and bootstrapped product companies through his hard work and dedication.

Vladyslav's entrepreneurial spirit and drive for success have made him a valuable member of the business community. 

Stuart is the director of the Burning Man Project's Philosophical Center. A member of the Burning Man community for more than 30 years, he leads the organization's storytelling programs across multiple media, writes the annual art theme for the Black Rock City event, and serves as a steward of Burning Man's 10 Principles as the culture spreads across the globe. A graduate of the University of Maryland and a veteran of the US Air Force, he lives in Baja California. For more information check out: www.burningman.org & https://burningman.org/podcast/

Joe Mull is the author of 3 books including No More Team Drama and his latest, Employalty: How to Ignite Commitment and Keep Top Talent in the New Age of Work. He is the founder of the BossBetter Leadership Academy and hosts the popular Boss Better Now podcast, which was recently named by SHRM as a “can’t miss show for leaders” along with podcasts from Brené Brown and Harvard Business Review.

In demand as a keynote speaker, Joe has taught leadership courses at two major universities and previously managed training at one of the largest healthcare systems in the U.S. Joe has appeared as an expert in multiple media outlets including Forbes, the International Business Times, on ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, and on Good Morning America. He is available for live and/or pre-recorded interviews or as a source for comment or commentary.

Find out more at joemull.com

Dawn Weiss is Chief Marketing Officer of Mayweather Fitness Holdings, LLC and a seasoned franchise marketing expert with nearly two decades of experience propelling the growth of emerging brands to become sustainable, acclaimed brands within the consumer fitness, wellness, retail and beauty sectors.

Prior to joining Mayweather, she dedicated two and a half years to Xponential Fitness, overseeing multiple brands simultaneously, such as CycleBar, Row House, and STRIDE, steering growth and top-tier marketing performance through a global pandemic and the organization’s initial public offering.

Ms. Weiss served as COO and CMO of Amazing Lash Studio, where she played a vital role during her tenure in aiding to stabilize and grow the franchise complicated management and ownership changes. Additionally, she served as a senior marketing executive at The Joint Chiropractic, where she was recognized as Top Female Executive by Phoenix Magazine during The Joint’s most significant growth period and most notably, was part of the founding team responsible for establishing the marketing foundation and brand identity that continues to drive Massage Envy Spa's thriving franchise today.

Dawn stands out as a well-rounded growth and marketing strategist, proficient in a variety of marketing mediums. Her focus and passion can be found in crafting marketing strategies that propel brands to attain industry-leading excellence.

Follow her journey and learn more on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawneweiss

As an entrepreneur, investor, and Army veteran, Craig is a true Austinite super connector immersed in the city’s vibrant tech community. He is the Special Advisor for Military and Veteran Affairs for Capital Factory and serves on the Advisory Boards of VetsInTech, Texas Venture Labs at UT McCombs School of Business, and DivInc. After 17 years of military service that earned him a Bronze Star, he co-founded the transportation platform RideScout, which was acquired by Mercedes-Benz.

In 2014, Craig co-founded Moonshots Capital alongside Kelly Perdew to invest in extraordinary leadership in the military veteran community and beyond. Craig holds a B.S. in Political Science from West Point, where he was their first Truman Scholar and later served as Assistant Professor of Political Science.

He also holds a Ph.D. in Political Science and Econometrics from Columbia University, is a member of the 2016 class of Henry Crown Fellows with the Aspen Institute and was recently named a Future Texas Legend Veteran by the Texas Business Hall of Fame. He is married to Lawton Posey Cummings and has two children, Addison (21), and Cooper (18).

Find out more at:
https://www.moonshotscapital.com/

https://medium.com/leadership-prevails

https://www.linkedin.com/in/unleashcraig/

Michael Bungay Stanier is best known for The Coaching Habit, the best-selling coaching book of the century and recognized as a classic. His most recent book, How to Work with (Almost) Anyone, shows how to build the Best Possible Relationship with the key people at work. Michael was a Rhodes Scholar, and was recently awarded the coaching prize by Thinkers50, “the Oscars of management”.

Learn more at www.MBS.works.